Water Meter Repair Person

SUMMARY

The City of Chicopee's Department of Public Works - Water Department is hiring a Water Meter Repair Person. This position performs skilled maintenance work in the replacement, installation, repair, testing, and maintenance of water meters and appurtenances. Investigates possible water leaks and locates Service Boxes or Gate Valves used to perform such work. Aids in the implementation of the Water Shut-Off Policy under the direction of the superintendent.

• Installs Commercial, Industrial, and Residential water meters as adopted by the Water Department.
• Verifies installation completion status of meters using various reports and systems, identifies non-communicating meters, and identifies/resolves discrepancies.
• Works with the Billing Department to process work orders for meter change outs per schedule.
• Opens manhole covers, pumps out meter pits as needed to install, repair, read and maintain water meters.
• Provides assistance with the implementation of the Water Shut-Off Policy and maintains a professional level of customer service.
• Repair and/or replace Commercial, Industrial, and Residential Meters.
• May be required to read water meters during servicing.
• Repair and/or replace valves.
• Dig and repair service boxes and rods as needed.
• Test meters for Accuracy.
• Keeps accurate records as to the location, size, make and serial numbers of meters.
• Checks water pressure in dwellings and performs flow tests to determine possible restrictions.
• Investigates water leaks on services, meters, and mains.
• Inspects water service for leaks, faults register, damaged meters, cross connections, and illegal connections relating to the meter and/or water service installation.
• Orders meters and other appurtenances under the direction of the Meter Repair Foreman.
• Performs basic wiring needs for installation modules.
• Clears up work area after duties have been performed.
• Maintains and stocks utility truck assigned to the Meter Repairmen, to ensure both the vehicle is in good working order, clean, and is stocked with all necessary components required for each day’s scheduled work as well as emergency work.
• Keeps assigned truck and meter room clean and neat.
• Maintains tools and equipment assigned to ensure good working order.
• On occasion, works as Water System Maintenance Man.
• Willingness to work in confined spaces such as meter pits, behind walls and under stairs where water meters and services are typically located.
• The ability to work in diverse conditions including but not limited to: rain, extreme heat, extreme cold, rugged landscape.
• Must be available for emergency work in the event of a water main failure (nights and weekends). May be required to work Emergency Stand‑By duty.
• Performs all related duties as directed by Water Superintendent or other supervising authority.
• Abides by City of Chicopee Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned per the full job description.

• Massachusetts Class B CDL License – Required
• Massachusetts Water Distribution Grade 2 License – Required
• Massachusetts Class A CDL License – Preferred
• Two (2) years of experience in water meter installation + two (2) years of experience as a Water System Maintenance worker.
• Knowledge of and experience in performing a variety of semi-skilled maintenance and manual tasks.
• Working knowledge of a wide variety of hand tools, air tools and hydraulic tools.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Willingness to perform heavy manual labor.
• High School Diploma or general education degree (GED).

• Recurring Sick Time
• Vacation
• Thirteen Holidays Per Year
• Retirement Plan
• and more…